2024…
The year that marks a staggering 2 decades since I first took to the internet in search of ways to make some extra money.
Everyone around me said it was all a pipedream that would never amount to anything.
They all said I’d fail.
And they were right.
Everything I tried over the first 4 years just added to my ever-growing pile of losses and epic fails.
By my mid-twenties I’d landed myself in over $60,000 of debt, all thanks to chasing the idea of internet riches.
But through constant fails, I eventually found success.
In the early years, failing felt like the worst thing in the world.
Something to avoid at all costs.
Something to be ashamed of and hide.
However, after now selling millions worth of products on the internet, I realise I couldn’t have been more wrong.
Failing is all part of the process in achieving success.
One does not come without the other.
I’ve learned that to fail does not make you a failure.
And above all, no matter the outcome from your efforts, the key is to always learn.
Take the lessons from your wins and take the lessons from your fails.
Do more of what works, do less of what doesn’t
And that’s why I’m excited to start my brand-new blog and venture – Watch Me Fail
A place for me to share everything I’m doing in running and growing my two businesses so you can benefit from my experiences.
Business #1: Internet Profits
This is my training and coaching business started in 2010 where we help people get started in business online, primarily through the affiliate marketing business model so they can become their own boss and create a level of freedom in life.
Business #2: COABE Cosmetics
A UK based eCommerce business in the womenβs cosmetics and skincare niche that my wife and I started around 2018 that has already reached more than 100,000 customers.
I’ll talk in more detail on both businesses in future posts.
With such an extensive range of activities happening, I believe they’ll be something here for everyone so let me explain what you can expect…
Most weeks I’ll be posting at least once, sometimes more.
The intention is to share the fails and the wins, along with the lessons learned.
My hope is in doing so, you get to learn from everything I’m doing by providing an ongoing documentation of growing these businesses and how we reach our goals.
Will we reach tens of millions in revenue?
Hundreds of millions?
A billion?
OR will it all come crashing down?
Who knows, but one you can be sure on…
You get to be a fly on the wall for the entire journey and “watch me fail” all the way to success.
So be sure to pop by often, you won’t want to miss any of it.
Speak soon
Dean
Hey Dean,
The way you turned those early setbacks into success is nothing short of inspiring. The acknowledgment that failure is just part of the journey is a powerful reminder we all need. Your journey is a real testament to embracing failures, learning, and pushing forward.
“Watch Me Fail” is more than a blog; it’s a genuine commitment to sharing the real deal. I’m genuinely pumped to follow your updates. The mix of coaching in Internet Profits and the success in COABE Cosmetics gives a well-rounded view. Excited to see the nitty-gritty details you’ll be sharing.
Your reflections on the uncertain future hit home. We’re all in for the ride, from potential big wins to any setbacks. “Watch me fail” takes on a whole new meaning β a mantra of resilience we can all get behind.
Thanks for letting us be part of the journey. I’ll be a regular visitor, eager for those updates. Here’s to more success and the wisdom you’ll be dropping in the upcoming chapters. Catch you soon!
Hey Atif!
Thanks for the comment my friend, that means a lot.
It certainly has been an interesting journey to say the least, and yet I feel I’m just getting started haha!
I look forward to seeing lots more in the future so come back often π
Cheers
Dean
Dean, If I could achieve an 1/8th of what you have I would be a happy man. I have found what I have been looking for for a long time, that’s you! the best coach I could have. I will be leaning on you a lot, I am a sponge and will learn everything you can throw at me. I will make this happen (God willing). Thanks for everything. Please take a look at my first 3 blog posts when you can I would love your feedback. Thanks, Atif
I would be interested in how you juggle your affiliate business with the cosmetics. Why? For a self serving reason. Throughout 2023, I diligently worked on a supplement Shopify site for nurses. Suddenly, itβs all coming together. I cannot abandon it now.
I would like some private coaching as to how to synergistically make the 2 businesses work together. Thanks.
Hey Kate
That’s a great question… I’ll be sure to add that to my list of blog posts for the future to go into that π
I will say – I wouldnb’t typically recommend someone have two (or more) businesses… Especially and critically even more so until you have one working π
Dean
Dean, the amount of money you were in debt, would put anyone off starting their own business. You have proved to those who never believe in you, what can be achieved. You are a real inspiration to our family, both my children (in their late teens) have their own blog and you put the spark in them.
Cool blog name, something different, is awesome.
Keep up with great work, Dean, what you do is totally amazing as I know you don’t have too. This blog site will no doubt become the “go to site” real soon.
Hey Chigs!
That means a lot – thank you so much!!
How exciting your kids are doing that!! Make sure they keep at it π
Here’s to great things in 2024 my friend!
Dean
Hello Dean!
I love how you have turned failure into success, through lots of hard work, of course! You are truly an inspiration to so many, myself included! I really look forward to following you! I know I can learn how to build an incredible business, have the life I want, and help others do the same! Here is to a wonderful and successful 2024!
All the best,
Kelli
Hey Kelli
Thank you so much, it’s certainly not always been easy but I tell you it’s worth it π
Here’s to a wonderful and successful 2024 to you!
Dean
Dean,
I Can’t wait to follow along with you on this journey! Each day, I get more and more excited on what the future holds. I truly appreciate your willingness to share your story with us so we can learn from you. I look forward to being your shadow! With you as the Mentor and Glenn and Sophie as the coaches, Success is around the corner. Thanks Again!
Hey David
Thank you kindly!
I’m blessed to work with amazing hard working people like yourself!
Here’s to an exciting year ahead my friend!
Cheers
Dean
Hi Dean,
You have an interesting story and way of looking at things that can inspire others.
I like that you are willing to be both vulnerable with your failures but modest in your successes.
I look forward to your next posts and to see what you get up to?
Carl
Hey Carl
Thank you, I look forward to continuing to share π
I also look forward to visiting your blog when you’re up and running so let’s make 2024 a great year!
Onward and upward!
Cheers
Dean